EXPERT IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY UNIVERSITY OF TRIESTE RIZZANI DE ECCHER GOAL Despite the fact that the construction industry seems to be linked with its tangible aspects such as its products, the competitive advantage of a construction firm depends upon its human capital. It is not product innovation, whose characteristics are determined by the project’s contractor, nor is it process innovation in terms of productive machinery, but rather, it is the innovation of its managerial processes that ensure greater efficiency in the use of resources and effectiveness in reaching its goals. This contribution is provided by its human resources, whose experience and training form intangible assets that differentiate a successful firm from all the rest. Rizzani de Eccher wishes to ensure a stable supply of this asset and, to do so, has initiated, together with the University of Trieste, a University-level Masters Program in “Project Management – Expert in Project Management in the Construction Industry”. PROGRAM Module 1: General subjects This module is designed to ensure that all students share a certain basic preparatory knowledge whatever their various professional and education experiences. The module consists of lectures and the concurrent development of various issues and practical exercises. Topics covered include: Business and financial issues, organizational and management issues, and the legal framework. Module 2: Specialized subjects This module consists of the in-depth study of issues related to developing the job order and its life cycle. It will be divided into lectures, seminars and visits to worksite, and will include the analysis and discussion of case studies. The main topics to be covered are: - Organizational aspects of the construction industry, aspects and techniques of the production process and safety, and quality in the construction firm - Human resources management - Legislation covering the construction industry - Risk management - Managing a job order and its life-cycle Module 3:In-depth seminars - Job order management software - Evaluating investments - Project Financing - Real estate. DEGREE ISSUED Upon completion of the course, the student will receive the degree of University Masters, level 1, from the University of Trieste, equivalent to 60 credits. FOR WHOM THE PROGRAM IS DESIGNED Recent graduates in the fields of architecture, business, law and engineering. Admissions officers will also consider applications from those holding other degrees. COURSE SCHEDULE October: Deadline for submission of application for admission. January-April: In-class lessons totaling 360 hours, full-time. May-July: Internship at a company, 400 hours. August-September: Individual study and preparation of Work Project. October: Presentation of Work Project and conferment of degree. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Director of Masters Program: Prof. Ilaria Garofolo Program Coordinator: Ing. Matteo Di Biagi Tel: +39 0432 6071 E-mail: info@masterpm.it Website: www.masterpm.it  www.units.it